S.Res. 478 (98th): An Executive resolution expressing the sense of the Senate in support of the principles contained in the Convention against Genocide.

Introduced:
Oct 10, 1984 (98th Congress, 1983–1984)
Sponsor:
Sen. Howard Baker Jr. [R-TN]
Status:
Agreed To (Simple Resolution)

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This simple resolution was agreed to on October 11, 1984. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

Progress
Introduced Oct 10, 1984
Agreed To (Simple Resolution) Oct 11, 1984
Cosponsors
6 cosponsors (4D, 2R) (show)
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10/10/1984--Introduced.
Expresses the Senate's support for the principles embodied in the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide and declares its intention to act expeditiously in the next Congress.

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